Financial Service Audit Trainee Review

by BDO

Rating

7.4/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

My day to day role consists of working on audit engagements for Financial Service based firms. This includes planning, execution & completion stages of an audit. Often I will be engaged in client discussions.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have learnt a vast range of skills that are useful in the accountancy/finance industry whilst studying towards my ACA as well as from practical work experience. I have improved my communication/presentation skills from communicating with external clients but also colleagues from different backgrounds.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

It has been challenging and very demanding at times - particularly balancing work commitments with study as well as trying to keep a social life.

5/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Overall, there is a clear structure to my programme which is well designed. There is good corroboration between my employer and the training provider.

8/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

My employer provides me with study leave to support my apprenticeship. My colleagues have also been very helpful in providing tips and tricks form their past experience.

7/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

We get provided with paid study leave and college courses to help with studying towards our qualifications.

7/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

The qualification is very specific to my industry of work and has helped me improve my technical knowledge and in doing so improved the quality of service I provide to my clients,

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

N/A

5/10

9a. Would you recommend BDO to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

You feel valued from day 1 which helps to engage you and develop your skills in a positive and friendly environment.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BDO?

Be yourself with a positive and friendly attitude. Understand the industry you are applying for as well as the culture and key values BDO has.